Short Course: Pueblo life as seen through Pueblo peoples’ eyes (and April 16 & 23)

Here’s your opportunity to get to know the life ways of Pueblo people from members of three Pueblo tribes, who will make exciting and informative presentations from 9:30 a.m. â€“ 12:30 p.m. on three successive Thursdays in April in the Monte Vista Room, led by instructor Jackie Kemmer, Heard Museum Docent.

April 9 — Zuni, representing the western Pueblos. Guest Speakers: Milford, Randy, and Jaycee Nahohai, noted Zuni potters Milford and Randy are brothers; Jaycee is Randyâ€™s son. These men will discuss Zuni tradition, culture, family life, and the art of pottery.

PLEASE NOTE: The subjects of the April 16 and 23 installments have been changed:

April 16 —Â Cochiti, representing the eight southern pueblos. Guest Speakers:Â Virgil Ortiz & Charles King, nationally recognizedÂ expert on Pueblo pottery. Virgil is an artist in clay, clothing, and original ideas. Charles, a noted gallery owner here in the Valley, is the author of two books on Pueblo artists.

April 23 —Â Santa Clara, representing the eight northern pueblos. Guest Speakers:Â Jody and Susan Folwell, internationally known potters. Susan is Jodyâ€™s daughter. Together they were part of the acclaimed Mothers & Daughters exhibit several years ago. They will discuss Pueblo life, history, family , and their lives as pottery artists.

Presented by the Heard Museum Guild

Zuni Bowl from the "HOME: Native People in the Southwest" exhibit, Heard Museum

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The mission of the Heard Museum is to be the worldâ€™s preeminent museum for the presentation, interpretation and advancement of
American Indian art, emphasizing its intersection with broader artistic and cultural themes.